Food and drink

Teaching Abroad Direct Reveals School Dinners are now Less Popular Than Ever Before

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Jamie Oliver, School meal, Chefs, Food and drink, Occupations

The numbers confirm that since the 60s, every generation since has seen a drop of 12% on average.

Key Points: 
  • The numbers confirm that since the 60s, every generation since has seen a drop of 12% on average.
  • Even Jamie Oliver's push for healthier school lunches hasn't stemmed the tide, with numbers continuing to drop between the 00s and 2010s.
  • Andrew Lynch of Teaching Abroad Direct said: "The numbers suggest this trend is going to continue and even Jamie Oliver's push to make school dinners healthier and more appealing hasn't changed things.
  • However, shortly after that, we saw one of the largest decreases in the number of children eating school dinners ever, with 15% fewer eating them.

Leading brands are improving problem resolution and guest recovery with advanced case management from SMG

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Food and drink, Product management, Articles, Marketing, Brand management, Bundt cake, Cakes, Cookware and bakeware, Brand, Cake

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Service Management Group (SMG), a global customer, patient and employee experience management partner to more than 500 brands, has introduced a host of new enhancements to its case management technology.

Key Points: 
  • KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Service Management Group (SMG), a global customer, patient and employee experience management partner to more than 500 brands, has introduced a host of new enhancements to its case management technology.
  • Case management is designed to help brands resolve customer issues, close the loop and drive brand loyalty.
  • For a rapidly expanding brand like Nothing Bundt Cakes , superior guest service is paramount for continued and sustained growth.
  • With more than 300 bakeries across the United States and Canada, Nothing Bundt Cakes wanted a more efficient way to manage guest feedback and quickly address guest concerns.

U.S. Restaurant Visits in July Held Steady While Consumer Spending Increased by 3 Percent

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Restaurant, Fast casual restaurants, Food and drink, Articles, Food, E-commerce

Total U.S. traffic volume for commercial restaurants in the year ending June was 61 billion visits.

Key Points: 
  • Total U.S. traffic volume for commercial restaurants in the year ending June was 61 billion visits.
  • Digital orders, which include internet/mobile app and text message orders for carry out and delivery, are growing rapidly but still represent a small amount of traffic share.
  • Visit declines in the full service restaurant segment continue to prevent the industry from growing.
  • The casual dining full service category has been holding steady as of late after four years of declines.

Global Rice Husk Ash Market to Generate Revenue of US$ 1.64 Billion by 2025, Noted TMR

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Articles, Food and drink, Rice, Plants, Cement, Concrete, Materials, Rice hulls, Husk

Albany, New York, Aug. 27, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A recent report on global rice husk ash market claims that the global rice husk ash market is expected to experience a major growth during the forecast period of 2017 to 2025.

Key Points: 
  • Albany, New York, Aug. 27, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A recent report on global rice husk ash market claims that the global rice husk ash market is expected to experience a major growth during the forecast period of 2017 to 2025.
  • According to the report, the global rice husk ash market is expected to witness a growth of 5.0% CAGR.
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    Moreover, the report also predicts that the global rice husk as market is expected to reach to the value of US$ 1.64 Bn at the end of 2025.
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    Geographically, Asia Pacific is expected to exhibit maximum potential for the players of global rice husk ash market.

Barona Resort & Casino Promotes Ivan Cota to Executive Chef

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Monday, August 26, 2019
Chefs, Restaurants, Food and drink, Occupations, Skills

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Barona Resort & Casino recently announced the promotion of Ivan Cota as the new Executive Chef at San Diego's leading gaming resort destination.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Barona Resort & Casino recently announced the promotion of Ivan Cota as the new Executive Chef at San Diego's leading gaming resort destination.
  • Chef Cota joined the Barona Resort & Casino culinary team as Chef de Cuisine in 2009 and became Executive Property Sous Chef in 2014.
  • "We are delighted to appoint Chef Ivan as our Executive Chef and are confident that his culinary and leadership skills will continue to elevate Barona's dining scene," said Rick Salinas, general manager of Barona Resort & Casino.
  • Before joining Barona, he served in Executive Chef roles at several local highly acclaimed restaurants and catering companies.

Blue Diamond Growers Applauds Announced Trade Deal with Japan

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Monday, August 26, 2019
Food and drink, Almonds, Foods, Blue Diamond Growers, Snack, Blue Diamond

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Diamond Growers, a nonprofit grower-owned cooperative, applauds the trade agreement announced today by the United States and Japan.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Diamond Growers, a nonprofit grower-owned cooperative, applauds the trade agreement announced today by the United States and Japan.
  • Blue Diamond has heavily invested in Japan for more than 60 years, making the country a key market for U.S. almonds.
  • "Blue Diamond established this market for California almonds in the 1950s and our innovative, value-added product offerings remain popular with Japanese consumers and food manufacturers," said Mark Jansen, President and CEO for Blue Diamond Growers.
  • Blue Diamond markets and sells a wide range of almond-based snacks, beverages, and ingredients, including Blue Diamond Snack Almonds, Nut-Thins crackers, almond flour, and the number one almondmilk in the U.S., Almond Breeze.

Hostess Brands Spices Up Fall Line-Up of Treats with Hostess® Iced Pumpkin CupCakes

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Monday, August 26, 2019
Food, Beverage, Retail, Supermarket, Convenience store, Food and drink, Foods, Cakes, Twinkie, Hostess, Cupcake, Icing, Cake, Hostess CupCake

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures cooler, Hostess Brands, LLC introduces a tempting treat sure to satisfy: Hostess Iced Pumpkin CupCakes.

Key Points: 
  • As the days grow shorter and the temperatures cooler, Hostess Brands, LLC introduces a tempting treat sure to satisfy: Hostess Iced Pumpkin CupCakes.
  • Also hitting store shelves is the return of two popular fan favorites: Hostess Pumpkin Spice Twinkies and Hostess Caramel Crunch Donettes.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190826005600/en/
    Hostess Iced Pumpkin CupCakes (Photo: Business Wire)
    Iced Pumpkin CupCakes are made with flavorful pumpkin cake, creamy filling, and topped with a rich cream cheese Icing, and of course, The Original Squiggle.
  • Fall flavor lovers can also find Hostess Pumpkin Spice Twinkies on store shelves, along with Hostess Caramel Crunch Donettes.

Government of Canada Supports Increased Dairy Processing at Fromabitibi Inc

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Monday, August 26, 2019
Food and drink, Articles, Dairy, Dairy farming in Canada, Dairy industry, Milk, Canadian Dairy Commission, Supply management

"The Dairy Processing Investment Fund is helping many processors across Canada innovate and grow their businesses, thereby increasing demand for Canadian dairy production.

Key Points: 
  • "The Dairy Processing Investment Fund is helping many processors across Canada innovate and grow their businesses, thereby increasing demand for Canadian dairy production.
  • Canada has more than 478 dairy processors that generate $14.3 billion in sales and create over 42,000 jobs.
  • The Dairy Processing Investment Fund (DPIF), valued at $100 million, is designed to help dairy processors modernize their operations, improving productivity and competitiveness.
  • DPIF will increase usage of Canada milk for processing resulting in higher demand for Canadian dairy production.

Food Safety When Eating Outdoors

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Monday, August 26, 2019
Food preservation, Food and drink, Articles, Food industry, Cooler, Refrigeration, Food, Fruit, Shelf life, Vegetable

Follow these tips to pack your picnic basket with food safety in mind.

Key Points: 
  • Follow these tips to pack your picnic basket with food safety in mind.
  • You can also microwave-defrost, but only if the food will be grilled immediately afterward.
  • Fruits and vegetables that are pre-cut or peeled should be refrigerated or kept on ice to maintain quality and safety.
  • Place beverages in a separate cooler; this will offer easy drink access while keeping perishable food coolers closed.

InventHelp Presents COAL ESSENCE Invention for Gas Grills (FED-2052)

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Monday, August 26, 2019
Barbecue, Cooking appliances, Human behavior, Barbecue grill, Hobbies, Food and drink, Charcoal, Invention, Outdoor cooking

The invention provides an easy and effective way to add charcoal flavor while utilizing a gas grill.

Key Points: 
  • The invention provides an easy and effective way to add charcoal flavor while utilizing a gas grill.
  • The invention features a durable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for households.
  • The inventor described the invention design.
  • "My design enables you to enjoy the flavor of charcoal while cooking on your gas grill."